Bharat Forge Ltd has signed a long-term contract with Brazilian aircraft maker Embraer to supply landing gear forgings, marking a key win in its aerospace and defence vertical. The partnership deepens Bharat Forge’s presence in the global aviation supply chain and underscores India’s growing capabilities in high-precision aerospace manufacturing.
The agreement will cover critical forged components for Embraer’s landing gear systems, an area demanding stringent safety, reliability, and certification standards. This contract is expected to support higher export revenues, capacity utilisation, and technology upgradation for Bharat Forge’s specialised aerospace facilities.
Contract Scope And Technical Significance
Under the long-term arrangement, Bharat Forge will manufacture and supply complex landing gear forgings engineered to meet Embraer’s performance and quality requirements. The deal validates the company’s capabilities in metallurgy, precision machining, and rigorous aerospace qualifications.
Boost To Aerospace Growth Strategy
This win aligns with Bharat Forge’s strategy to diversify beyond automotive into aerospace, defence, and industrial applications. A marquee customer like Embraer enhances the company’s global credentials and may open doors to additional programmes and platforms over time.
Make In India And Export Momentum
The contract supports the Make in India vision by positioning the country as a reliable source for critical aerospace components. Rising export-led demand can aid scale benefits, support jobs in advanced manufacturing, and encourage further investment in R&D and process automation.
Key Highlights
Bharat Forge signs long-term landing gear forgings contract with Embraer
Deal strengthens presence in global aerospace and defence supply chains
High-precision forgings to meet stringent aviation safety standards
Supports diversification beyond auto, with export-led revenue visibility
Aligns with Make in India and advanced manufacturing push in aerospace
Sources: Company announcement and industry reports on Bharat Forge–Embraer aerospace partnership